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Mt Vernon Register News

Location

Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1964

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Deaths Herman Chesnek 48 Ashley Marion hospital

Herman Chesnek 48 of Ashley died at 4 00 a m today in Veterans Hospital Marion. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Born May 10 1916 at Woodlawn he was son of Julius Chesney Sr. and Mrs Chesney. He married Theresa Smalley and survives with two sons Billy LeRoy a daughter Jeanette five brothers and his parents.

Herman Chesnek Ashley Veterans Hospital Marion Kringer Mr. Chesnek Woodlawn Julius Chesney Theresa Smalley Billy LeRoy Jeanette Fred Edward Julius, Jr Donald George Julius Chesnek, Sr

Nuclear Age Hazard To Coal Power

A. F. Tegen of General Public Utilities predicts nuclear power will soon directly challenge coal, with a $68 million Oyster Creek plant planned in New Jersey. He notes coal’s price must fall to stay competitive as utilities decide fuel sources in the next 30 months. Senator Byrd calls for steps to shield coal from unfair competition and potential limits on hydro imports, while other speakers see a brighter industry outlook due to rising coal use and growing electric demand.

New York A. F. Tegen Oyster Creek New Jersey Atlantic Tegen Theational Coal Association General Public Utilities Corp Jersey Power and Light Co Johnson U.S Robert C. Byrd DW. Va Byrd Canada

No to Summer School by Susan Light

Dear Reluctant Mom a fifth grade teacher argues against sending a son to summer school stressing that extra six weeks does not replace regular growth. She says delay read instruction, enjoy summer, and seek after school help if needed.

Susan Light Newspaper Enterprise Susan Light

Retired Chicago Bank Clerk Leaves $535000 Estate

CHICAGO AP A former bank clerk aged 86 who earned 36 a week and rented an 8 weekly room died two years ago. Probate Court filed Friday that Chester Williams left 535000 with 83000 to relatives and friends and 220000 to the Salvation Army and Red Cross. Bank officials suggest inheritance or stock investments. Most assets were in stocks.

Chicago Chester Williams Continental Illinois National Bank and Trust Co Williams Salvation Army American Red Cross

Truck Stolen In McLeansboro With Tie On Roofing Marking

Jefferson County officers issued an alert after a red 196 Ford pickup was stolen in McLeansboro at 2 30 this morning. The truck bears Tie On Roofing Co on the side and carries license number 6236 929.

Jefferson County McLeansboro

Barry motto: don't let Bnet grind on down

Barry Goldwater built a formidable campaign staff, broadened speech writing and coverage roles, and kept reporters at bay with blunt replies. He won some expected GOP primary votes but faced nationwide effort by aides to build strength in non primary states.

Barry Bnet New Hampshire Goldwater Atlantic Illinois Margaret Chase Smith Maine Indiana Harold E. Stassen Nebraska Nixon GOP Old Guard

Weather report from Mount Vernon and Chicago area

Illinois weather update notes Lake Michigan squall and storms across Chicago area. Coast Guard aided boats, power outages in Mount Prospect and Lockport saw heavy rainfall, winds brief, warnings active. Forecast predicts continued heat and scattered thunderstorms with overnight lows 66 to 73 in northern Illinois.

Illinois Weather Chicago Lake Michigan Coast Guard Mount Prospect Lockport Cook County Ilinois Chicago Harbor Waukegan Gary Ind Wilmette Ill Wisconsin State Line Michigan City Monroe St Weather Bureau Illinois

Negroes in Florida Face Violence Amid Integration Tensions

In St Augustine Florida armed Black youths pressed for protection as two Justice Department attorneys questioned civil rights groups about segregation. A 17 year old, Shad Dawson, fled a white restaurant attack after Klansmen pursued him. A fourth teen, James Williams, was beaten.

Justice Department St. Augustine Shad Dawson Dawson James Williams

Goldwater Relaxes in Phoenix and Mulls GOP Moves

Goldwater rests in Phoenix as he meets with Burch and Rep. Miller and advises on the Democratic ticket. He criticizes Eisenhower era patronage, pledges party empowerment, and cites Robert Kennedy as a potential running mate for Kennedy. A Prescott kickoff is planned before Labor Day as Goldwater returns to Washington.

Ike Goldwater San Francisco Burch William E. Miller New York Johnson Sherman Adams Eisenhower Republican National Committee Adams National Committee Kennedy L.B.J Robert F. Kennedy John F. Kennedy John Prescott Ariz Senate Washington

Rabies Virus Is Spread By Wild Animals

Atlanta AP report says rabies, though rare, is a growing problem linked to wildlife. Domesticated animal cases have fallen 8,000 to 600 yearly, while wildlife cases rise from 700 to about 3,000. CDC notes foxes, dogs, skunks, raccoons and bats as hosts. Public health researchers seek virus purification to study effects on cellular genetics and track transmission.

Arthur Rilz Atlanta, Ga Public Health Service Health Service Robert G. Scholtens Scholtens Louis Pasteur CDC

Hospital Notes Jefferson Memorial Admits and Discharges

Jefferson Memorial reports admit list Roberta Eaton. Discharges: Louis E Abel Rada Berst. Good Samaritan admits include Deanna Lynn Champ Clarence Carl Utley Susan Elaine Kolmer Donald Lee Hook Ira Ellis Baldwin Roma Louise Morgan Vernon Eddings. Discharges Lena Gertrude Newell Ella Louise Weirather Mrs Sylvia Grace Smith and baby Kimberly Renee Harold P Hall Shirley Ruth Schafale Dorothy Aline Tittle Brian Wayne Ramsey Amelia Belle Clodfelder.

Jefferson Memorial Roberta Eaton Louis E. Abel Rada Berst Good Samaritan Deanna Lynn Champ Clarence Carl Utley Susan Elaine Kolmer Donald Lee Hook Ira Ellis Baldwin Roma Louise Morgan Vernon Eddings Lena Gertrude Newell Ella Louise Weirather Sylvia Grace Smith Kimberly Renee Harold P. Hall Shirley Ruth Schafale Dorothy Aline Tittle Brian Wayne Ramsey Amelia Belle Clodfelder

Annual Ozark 3 Day Tour Starts Sunday

The Ozark 3 Day Tour for men begins Sunday at 1 p.m. from the Harrisburg Post Office. The route includes scenic stops and a lakeside basket supper at Lake Glendale to honor long time and new Ozarkers. Reporters Wayne Leeman and Ora M. Snider will cover the trails and events.

Harrisburg Lake Glendale Trigg Memorial Trail Ozark Shawnee National Forest Dixon Springs Agriculture Experiment Station University of Illinois Kaskaskia Forest Experiment Station Wayne Leeman St. Louis Post Dispatch Ora M. Snider Lake of Egypt Goffrey Hughes Southern Illinois, Inc Carterville Orew Drew

Favorites Win In Clay Court Tennis Meet

In River Forest Illinois today the 54th National Clay Court championships reach the semifinals with the top four seeds from the original 64 remaining. McKinley leads the men, a 1963 Davis Cup squad member, as Froehling faces him next while Ralston and Riessen prepare for the other semi. Nancy Richey and Carole Graebner advance in the women's side with Richey to meet Alvarez and Graebner routing Bartkowicz 6-2 6-0.

River Forest Fil Chuck McKinley Nancy Richey Carole Caldwell Graebner Miss Richey Dallas Judy Alvarez Mrs. Graebner Peaches Bartkowicz McKinley Charles Pasarell San Turce Puerto Rico Froehling India Itall Dennis Ralston Bakersfield Calif Marty Riessen Northwestern University

Barbs on mornings and sleepy parents miss breakfast

A remark about busy mornings notes that one of the few things not on time these days is getting children to breakfast. It suggests parents fall behind when not paying attention to routine.

Sinatra Kidnap Case Yields Reduced Terms for Two Suspects

In Los Angeles two of three men convicted in the kidnap plot of Frank Sinatra Jr. won reduced sentences. Barry Worthington Keenan and Joseph Clyde Amsler had their life plus 75 year terms cut to 25 years. The judge said the original sentences allowed a psychiatric exam. The men, both 23, and John W. Irwin, 42, were found guilty of plotting to kidnap Sinatra Jr. last December and release him in three days after the ransom of 240000 dollars was paid.

Los Angeles Frank Sinatra Jr Barry Worthington Keenan Joseph Clyde Amsler John W. Irwin Young Sinatra

Military Pay Raises On The Way

Washington AP says Senate approval of envelopes for nearly two million armed forces personnel is likely. If House agrees, boosts could take effect in August or September, costing about 207 million annually. Major increases range 8 for new officers and 2 for others, with substantial raises for lieutenant to major ranks. Applies to Army Navy Air Force Marine Corps Coast Guard and related services.

Edwin B. Harkinson Washington Senate House Armed Services Committee Army Navy Air Force Marine Corps Coast Guard Public Earth Service Coast and Geodetic Survey

Bizzarro Upsets Narvaez For Lightweight Title Shot

Johnny Bizzarro of Erie Pennsylvania defeated Frank Narvaez in Madison Square Garden winning a 10 round unanimous decision with a third round uppercut and a ninth round knockout. The win avenges a prior loss and paves the way for a title defense offer against Carlos Ortiz amid promoter Don Elbaum’s $40,000 guarantee. Judges scores gave Bizzarro the edge.

New York Johnny Bizzarro Erie Frankie Narvaez Narvaez Madison Square Garden Don Elbaum Carlos Ortiz Bizzarro Bill Daly Ortiz Johnny LoBianco Frank Forbes

Roeder Divorce Filed Over Cruelty and Desertion

Shirley Ann Roeder filed for divorce from Derrell Edward Roeder in circuit court here on Friday alleging cruelty and desertion. She seeks custody of six minor children. The couple wed December 71, 148 and separated July 1, 1963, per the complaint.

Shirley Ann Roeder Derrell Edward Roeder

Gas for Stranded Family Aiding Motorist in Mt Vernon

Mt Vernon police helped a stranded family on their way home to Kentucky after a motorist stopped at the station reporting he was out of gas and broke. Officers filled the gas tank and the family continued toward Kentucky.

Mt. Vernon Kentucky

Higginses greet son Terry Dale at Good Samaritan

Mr and Mrs Bruce Higgins of 1007 Pace welcomed a son born at 12 50 this morning in Good Samaritan hospital weighing seven pounds eight ounces named Terry Dale.

Bruce Higgins Pace Good Samaritan Hospital Terry Dale

Fines in Circuit Court Including Two Evansville Cases

The circuit court assessed fines totaling 20 dollars. E Edward Purdue of Evansville Indiana paid ten dollars for intoxication and Harry L Joslin paid ten dollars for a muffler violation on a car.

Circuit E. Edward Purdue Evansville Ind Harry L. Joslin

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